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Coconut Matcha Energy Balls are a speedy, nutritious bite packed with coconut and matcha goodness. These treats contain no dairy or gluten and work with paleo diets too. You'll have them ready in just 5 minutes without turning on your oven—they're a guilt-free snack you'll want again and again!
What Makes These Balls Special
These tasty bites aren't just easy and healthy—they've got matcha's mild energy kick too. They'll perk you up after lunch or satisfy your sweet tooth after dinner. Since there's no baking needed, anyone can whip them up and tweak the recipe to fit what they like best.
What You'll Need
- Ingredient: 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- Ingredient: 1/2 cup almond flour
- Ingredient: 2-3 tbsp maple syrup (make it as sweet as you want)
- Ingredient: 1 tbsp coconut oil (add more or less depending on sweetness)
- Ingredient: 1 tsp matcha green tea powder
Making Your Energy Balls
- Mix Everything
- Add unsweetened coconut, almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, and matcha powder to your food processor.
- Process
- Give it all a whirl until everything's mixed well, and don't forget to scrape the sides so all ingredients get blended.
- Shape Your Balls
- Take the mixture and roll it into small 1-inch balls using your fingers or a spoon.
- Eat Up
- Munch on them right away or save them for later snacking.
Customize Your Creation
Roll your balls in extra coconut for more sweetness or add a dash of cinnamon for some warmth. Watching carbs? Just swap the maple syrup with a no-sugar liquid sweetener and stick with unsweetened coconut.
Keeping Them Fresh
Pop your energy balls in a sealed container in the fridge to keep them tasting great. They'll stay good for about a week. Don't put them in the freezer though—they won't have the same nice texture when thawed.
Fun Add-ons and Changes
Give your balls an extra coating of coconut or a tiny sprinkle of matcha on top for more flavor and eye appeal. Try mixing in some sea salt, chia seeds, or broken nuts if you want different textures and more nutrients.
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Great for Special Diets
These tasty balls can work for keto or paleo eating plans too. Just use a sweetener with no sugar instead of maple syrup and double-check that all your ingredients match your diet rules.
Making Them Just Right
Add more or less maple syrup depending on how sweet you like things. Make sure you blend everything really well so your balls hold together nicely. If they're too sticky, just mix in a bit more almond flour.
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Energizing On-The-Go Treat
These Matcha Green Tea No-Bake Energy Bites are perfect when you need something fast on busy days. They've got amazing flavor plus good-for-you stuff inside, giving you all matcha's benefits while taking care of your sweet cravings.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What kind of matcha should I pick?
Choose any culinary-grade matcha. A higher grade has a bolder green tea flavor.
- → What if the mix is dry?
Add a bit more maple syrup or a dab of coconut oil to bring it together.
- → How do I store them?
These keep fine in the fridge for a week. Freeze them if you want to store them longer.
- → Should I use raw or toasted coconut?
It's up to you! Raw gives a smoother bite, while toasted offers a nuttier taste.
- → What can I use instead of syrup?
Honey or agave syrup will work. Just adjust to your taste and consistency needs.